It’s Cast Member preview time for the updated Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. Guests will be able to ride it again when it officially opens on April 8, 2o26.
Most of it looks the same, but I think they finally fixed the guns and the scoring mechanism. Targets are new too.
I know they poured new concrete out front, and I believe they added to the queue.
They added Buddy.

But yeah, it’s pretty much an upgraded version of what it was before.
I’m glad they are keeping it mostly the same. My family and I really enjoy this attraction and have for years, so I’m happy they aren’t changing it too much or removing it completely. Not everything needs to be replaced!
Take a look!
And video: pic.twitter.com/M0mmJXfzVF
— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) March 19, 2026
New video shows off the refurbished ride, including new blasters, updated targets, and fresh paint. It looks great.
Cast Member previews start today. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin officially opens April 8. https://t.co/CZspFa4FLp pic.twitter.com/hjs51MIjhT
— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) March 19, 2026
Here is what Parks fans are saying:
Looks the EXACT same!
— Theme Park Cheetah (@GreenCheetah99) March 19, 2026
So they barely did anything. This is why Disney is failing. Universal >>>>
— Johnny Free (@Andandandwhat) March 19, 2026
Before the update my laser and my eyes did this. pic.twitter.com/dNvdU4yK5X
— ₿rett (@brettmacro) March 19, 2026
Its just an upgrade in every single way. Hoping the queue / loading music is updated as well! Cant wait.
— Fidds (@Fidds93) March 19, 2026
Thought they where atleast gonna give us a few new targets to hit. Looks great though
— CKFIRE (@dagreatist4) March 19, 2026
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